Find out if they’re eligible for financial assistance to offset the cost of the coverage. (In order to determine their eligibility for assistance, consumers must provide information such as their income and household size.)

Enroll for coverage.

Open enrollment is in effect and ends on March 31, 2014. Coverage can begin as soon as January 1, 2014.

Health plans offered in a marketplace generally will offer comprehensive coverage, including this set of “essential health benefits.”